In this episode of The Range Podcast, Ricky has a conversation with Josh Wells of the Wells Outdoor Journal, about whether Crossbows should be categorized as Archery. In 2023, new legislation in the state of Minnesota has allowed all persons of any age and physical ability to hunt with a crossbow for the entirety of the archery season.

The new law has sparked heated debate amongst online forums, and it seems the hunting community is unable to come to an agreement. Despite the varying opinions, a battle ensues behind the scenes, that could decide the fate of our all, future hunting opportunities.

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Join Vapor Trail Archery veterans Ricky Brule and Jake “Hollywood” Iverson for some good ol’ fashioned range talk. We’ll tell stories from the hunt, discuss technical bow shooting tactics and gear, and pick the brains of some of the most successful people, to ever shoot a bow. Whether you’re about to shoot that “X” for the win, or send an arrow at a trophy buck, this podcast is for you.

About Vapor Trail and Stokerized Stabilizers

Vapor Trail Archery is a USA based manufacturer dedicated to the science and development of superior bowstrings and cables, limb-driven arrow rests, and other fine archery accessories. With Vapor Trail's proprietary VTX (Vapor Twist Xtreme) bowstring material with SIFI Technology, you can Set It and Forget It. Combined is their exclusive blend of synthetic materials and exacting manufacturing processes to create a product that consistently performs exceptionally well in all situations. Vapor Trail also revolutionized the archery industry with its limb-driven, drop-away technology and serves as the foundation for all limb driven arrow rests manufactured today. Vapor Trail acquired Stokerized Stabilizers in 2021 and continues to manufacture their superior lineup for the ultimate in bow stabilization.

About the Sportsmen’s Empire Podcast Network

Relatable Outdoor Content for Serious Sportsmen. From hunting strategy and habitat management to gear reviews and DIY insight, we cover it all. Notable podcasts on the network include Nine Finger Chronicles with Dan Johnson, Uncensored by the GoWild crew, and many more. Visit www.sportsmensempire.com for more information.